The Toyota Land Cruiser has long been admired for its strength, reliability, and legendary off-road capability. In 2025, Toyota revives this icon with a refreshed design, a hybrid powertrain, and a promise of modern technology. At the heart of this update is the infotainment system, which finally brings bigger screens and wireless connectivity. While it represents progress for the Land Cruiser, the execution feels incomplete—more half-baked than revolutionary.
A Modern Look with Bigger Screens
The 2025 Land Cruiser introduces a larger central touchscreen alongside a digital driver display. Crisp visuals, smoother menu transitions, and faster load times make the system look modern and premium. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto add convenience, ensuring that the Land Cruiser keeps pace with today’s SUV expectations.
Functionality That Falls Short
Despite the new look, functionality leaves something to be desired. Navigating through menus often requires too many taps, slowing down access to common features like navigation or audio settings. While the graphics are sharp, the interface lacks the intuitive design that drivers now expect from modern infotainment systems.
Voice Recognition That Struggles
Toyota has improved its voice command system, but the results are still underwhelming. The system struggles with natural commands and often requires specific phrasing to work correctly. This makes the feature less useful in practice, especially when compared with the more polished systems offered by rivals.
Connectivity Issues Undermine Reliability
Wireless connectivity is an important addition, but its performance is inconsistent. Dropped connections and audio delays are common complaints, especially during longer trips. For a vehicle built on a reputation of dependability, these small glitches feel out of character.
A Step Forward, But Not Far Enough
The new infotainment system reflects Toyota’s effort to modernize the Land Cruiser without compromising its core values. While the hardware is clearly improved, the overall experience feels unfinished. The combination of advanced screens with dated usability makes the system feel like progress that hasn’t fully matured.
Final Verdict
The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser delivers infotainment progress, but the execution feels half-baked. The system looks sleek, offers essential modern features, and elevates the cabin’s appearance. Yet usability flaws, limited voice controls, and connectivity issues prevent it from being truly competitive.
For Land Cruiser loyalists, the SUV’s reliability and capability will continue to outweigh tech shortcomings. But for buyers seeking cutting-edge infotainment, Toyota’s latest effort may feel like a missed opportunity.